Sr Broadcast Technician

Rogers Sports & Media; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on Rogers Services

Blue Jays Tickets discounts

Paid time off for volunteering

Company matching contributions

Homewood employee & family assistance

CBT & Virtual therapy sessions

Fitness membership access

My Path career development program

Internal role opportunities

Job summary

Rogers Sports & Media in Ottawa is seeking a Senior Broadcast Technician to join the Broadcast Radio Engineering team. You will provide technical support for on-air, internal and remote staff, and you will maintain and install studio, digital, and transmission systems.

The position requires hands-on experience with broadcast technology, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work rotating after-hours shifts with occasional travel. On-site work location: 475 Richmond Rd, Ottawa, ON.

Qualifications

• Experience in technical support environment.
• Experience with modern computer systems and networks, digital audio networks, broadcast automation and transmission systems; networking experience is an asset.
• Experience troubleshooting electronic systems.
• Proactive attitude to complete projects with minimal supervision.
• Calm demeanor with strong customer focus.
• Valid provincial driver’s license.
• Able to lift and handle equipment and work on ladders under 2 meters.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Provide personalized technical support to on-air, internal and remote staff, including remote assistance and work-from-home.
• Maintain, repair and install broadcast studio systems, including automation systems.
• Maintain, repair and install broadcast digital systems such as live streaming audio and video.
• Maintain, repair and install AM and FM transmission systems, including microwave and subsystems.
• Create and maintain site documentation, including transmitter logs.
• Contribute to planning and execution of capital projects.
• Coordinate and cooperate with other Rogers divisions.
• Coordinate and supervise broadcast technicians.
• Rotating after-hours on-call with occasional travel.

Tools

Broadcast automation

Transmission systems

Digital audio networks

Remote support

Job description

Are you ready to take your career to new heights and be a part of a dynamic team at Rogers Sports & Media? We believe in creativity, innovation, and collaboration in everything we do, and we are looking for people who share this mindset to join us. With a monthly reach of 30 million Canadians, you can help shape the future of sports, news, e-commerce, and entertainment. At Rogers, we value diversity and inclusivity and believe that every voice matters. Join us today and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of media.

Sr. Broadcast Technician

Who We're Looking For

Rogers is looking for a Sr Broadcast Technician to join our team of professionals. The succesful candidate will be joining the Broadcast Radio Engineering team.

What You'll Do

• Provide personalized technical support to on-air, internal and remote staff, including remote assistance the work-from-home.


• Maintain, repair and install broadcast studio systems, including automation systems.


• Maintain, repair and install broadcast Digital systems such as live streaming audio and video.


• Maintain, repair and install AM and FM transmission systems, including microwave and associated subsystems.


• Create and maintain complete site documentation, including federally mandated transmitter logs.


• Contribute to planning and execution of capital projects.


• Coordinate and cooperate with other Rogers divisions.


• Coordinate and supervise broadcast technicians.


• Rotating after-hours on-call with occasional travel.

What You'll Bring

• Demonstrated experience in technical support environment.


• Demonstrated expertise with modern computer systems and networks, digital audio networks, broadcast automation and transmission systems with networking experience an asset.


• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting electronic systems.


• Proactive attitude excited to complete projects and tasks with minimal supervision.


• Calm demeanor under challenge with strong customer focus.


• A valid provincial driver’s license,


• Comfortable lifting and handling equipment and working on ladders under 2 meters.


• Comfort working flexible hours when required and being on a regular after-hours on-call rotation with other team members.

What's in it for you?

We believe in investing in our people and helping them reach their potential as valuable members of our team. As part of our team, you’ll have access to a wide range of incredible resources, growth opportunities, discounts, and perks, including

• Discounts Enjoy up to 50% off Rogers Services and Blue Jays Tickets, 25% off TSC items, and a 20% discount on all wireless accessories sold in Rogers stores.


• Paid time off for volunteering.


• Company matching contributions to charities you support.

Growth & Development Opportunities

• My Path self-driven career development program.


• Rogers First priority in applying to internal roles of interest.

Wellness Programs

• Homewood employee & family assistance program.


• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Virtual therapy sessions.


• Low or no-cost fitness membership with access to virtual classes.

Our commitment to the environment and diversity

• Work for an organization committed to environmental protection.


• Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion with employee resource groups supporting equity-deserving groups including groups representing People of Colour, 2SLGBTQIA+, Indigenous Peoples, Persons with Disabilities and Women. We all bring something different, and we know what makes us different makes us great.

To protect our people, brand and assets, a pre-employment background check will be conducted. As part of our selection process, all candidates must clear a criminal background check. Additionally, a credit check and drivers abstract may be required depending on the role.

Schedule Full time

Shift Rotating

Length of Contract Not Applicable (Regular Position)

Work Location 475 Richmond Rd. (100), Ottawa, ON

Travel Requirements Up to 25%

Background Check(s) Required Canadian Criminal Record Check and Driver's Abstract

To support career growth, collaboration, and high-performing teams, all Corporate Employees are expected to work onsite. We believe that in-person connection strengthens our culture and drives industry-leading performance.

At Rogers, we believe the key to a strong business, is a diverse workforce where equity and inclusion are core to making everyone feel like they belong. We do this by embracing our diversity, celebrating our different perspectives, and working towards creating environments that empower our people to bring their whre that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to our recruiters and hiring managers to begin a conversation abouole selves to work. Everyone who applies for a job will be considered. We recognize the business value in creating a workplace where each team member has the tools to reach their full potential by removing any barriers for equal participation. We work with our candidates who are experiencing a disability throughout the recruitment process to ensut how we can ensure that you deliver your best work. You matter to us! For any questions, please visit the Recruitment Process FAQ.